1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
